Virginia State Police Are Investigating A Fatal Motorcycle Crash In Smyth County That Killed An Atkins Man. The Crash Occurred On Monday On Route 622, More Than A Mile North Of Route 617. 56 Year Old William Carter, Jr. Was Thrown From The Motorcycle. Carter Was Transported To Roanoke Memorial Hospital As A Result Of Injuries Sustained In The Wreck. He Was Not Wearing A Helmet. The Cause Of The Crash Remains Under Investigation. A Memorial Service Is Set For Friday Afternoon At Four Thirty At Bradley’s Funeral Home Chapel In Marion.